Beethoven by George Zolnay
This plaster bust was sculpted by Romanian artist George Julian Zolnay (1863-1949). Zolnay came to the United States in 1893 to attend the World's Columbian Exposition, at the behest of the U.S. Consul-General to Vienna. He intended to return home, but chose New York City for his new home in 1894, eventually becoming an American citizen. In 1913, Zolnay moved his studios to Washington, D.C., where he was a founder of The Arts Club of Washington in 1916, and served as our second president. Beside his sculptural activity, he delivered lectures on Romania, illustrated with traditional Romanian music and by lantern slides, at the Smithsonian Institution.
Join us on a guided tour to view the hanging art, sculpture, and publications in our permanent collection, with a special focus on our Founding Members. Stay for our monthly exhibit of curated art and a reception 5 - 7 p.m.
Friday, December 5, 4:00 p.m.
Free and open to the public
Please note that attendance is limited to 12 persons due to small spaces visited on the tour, thus an RSVP is required to guarantee participation.
Walk-in participants will be accommodated when possible.
Tour is not ADA accessible.
Groups: Contact us to book your private group tour Tuesdays - Fridays to start between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m, or Saturdays between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m.
The Arts Club of Washington is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. located at 2017 I Street N.W., Washington D.C. 20006
